Q36. What blessings come with justification, adoption, and sanctification in this life?
The blessings that come with them in this life are: knowing God loves us, peace in our hearts, joy in the Holy Spirit, growing in grace, and being kept in the faith to the end.
Scripture Proofs — King James Version
Romans 5:1–2, 5
“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. … And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.”
Romans 14:17
“For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.”
Proverbs 4:18
“But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.”
2 Peter 3:18
“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.”
1 John 5:13
“These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.”
1 Peter 1:5
“Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”
Parent Guide
Discuss this question together
Discussion Questions
- 1
What are some of the blessings that come with being saved in this life?
- 2
Why do you think God gives us peace and joy now instead of making us wait until heaven for all good things?
- 3
When is a time you felt glad that God loves you?
Illustration
When you wake up on a cold morning and your parent has already made you a warm breakfast, you feel cared for before you even asked. God gives believers blessings right now, not just later. Knowing his love, having peace, and growing closer to him are gifts he gives every day.
Application
Before you go to sleep tonight, thank God for one way you saw his love today. Because he has given you these blessings, you can rest knowing he will keep caring for you.